The Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT) Scheme 2025 has officially opened for applications, empowering Odisha’s meritorious Class 12 graduates with direct financial support to purchase laptops. The initiative is part of the state’s Biju Yuba Sashaktikaran Yojana, overseen by the Higher Education Department, aiming to strengthen digital access for higher education aspirants.
WHAT THE SCHEME OFFERS
Eligible students will receive a one-time grant of ₹30,000, credited directly into their bank accounts, to cover the cost of a laptop
KEY DATES
- Application portal opened: July 1, 2025
- Deadline to apply: July 22, 2025
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
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- Passed Class 12 (CHSE Odisha or equivalent) in 2025
- Resident of Odisha, belonging to General/SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/EBC categories
- Enrolled or planning to pursue an undergraduate course in Odisha
- Not previously benefitted from any state-sponsored laptop scheme
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Applicants must upload the following while applying:
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile certificate (if not evident)
- Passport-size photograph
- Mark sheet/ certificate of Class 12
- Aadhaar-linked bank account details
HOW TO APPLY
- Register on the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
- Log in and select the “Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT)” scheme.
- Fill in details, upload the necessary documents, and submit the form.
- Monitor the merit list and DBT status through the same portal or institutional notice boards
SELECTION PROCESS
Beneficiaries are selected based on academic merit in Class 12, following the state’s published merit list. A supplementary list may be issued if vacancies arise after the first round
This scheme seeks to bridge the digital divide and ensure equitable access to technology, especially for students from rural or marginalized backgrounds. By providing ₹30,000 directly, Odisha is enabling over 15,000 students to gain essential study tools and enhance their academic performance
The Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana 2025 is a timely and impactful support system for academically bright Odisha students transitioning to higher education. With ₹30,000 per eligible student, ample time until July 22, and a straightforward digital application, it marks a significant step toward inclusive, technology-driven learning, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
